Storm delays flight, keeps Jags on tarmac in Indy

Michael DiRocco, ESPN Staff WriterJan 6, 2025, 12:25 AM ET Close Michael DiRocco is an NFL reporter at ESPN. DiRocco covers the Jacksonville Jaguars. He previously covered the University of Florida for over a decade for ESPN.com and Florida Times-Union. DiRocco graduated from Jacksonville University and is a multiple APSE award winner. You can follow […]

'You couldn't write a better scenario': Lions-Vikings best matchups, keys to victory, more

Kevin Seifert Close Kevin Seifert ESPN Staff Writer Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He is a graduate […]

The Jimmy Butler-Miami Heat saga escalated quickly — here’s what we know and what could be next

Jimmy Butler’s six-season tenure with the Miami Heat appears to be nearing its end. Butler, who led Miami to the NBA Finals in 2020 and 2023, was suspended by the team Friday for “conduct detrimental to the team,” one day after indicating to the Heat that he would like to be traded. Butler, who arrived […]

Vikes buy 1,900 tickets for Ford Field showdown

Kevin Seifert, ESPN Staff WriterJan 4, 2025, 08:45 PM ET Close Kevin Seifert is a staff writer who covers the Minnesota Vikings and the NFL at ESPN. Kevin has covered the NFL for over 20 years, joining ESPN in 2008. He was previously a beat reporter for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and Washington Times. He […]

Jets interview Vrabel, to meet Ryan on Tuesday

Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff WriterJan 3, 2025, 08:54 AM ET Close Rich Cimini is a staff writer who covers the New York Jets and the NFL at ESPN. Rich has covered the Jets for over 30 years, joining ESPN in 2010. Rich also hosts the Flight Deck podcast. He previously was a beat writer for […]

McCollum ties career high with 50 as Pels end skid

CJ McCollum tied a career-high with 50 points and the host New Orleans Pelicans ended an 11-game losing streak by defeating the Washington Wizards 132-120 on Friday night. McCollum made 18 of 27 shots, including 10 3-pointers on 16 attempts, as the Pelicans won for only the second time in 22 games. Trey Murphy III […]

Everything you need to know for the NFL season’s final week: Picks, predictions and nuggets for 16 games

NFL Nation, ESPNJan 3, 2025, 06:55 AM ET The 2024 NFL regular season comes down to Week 18, with two playoff spots up for grabs and postseason seeding to be determined. With 16 games left, we have you covered with what you need to know heading into the weekend. Our NFL Nation reporters have keys […]

Levis gets start for finale in Titans' 2-QB plan

Turron Davenport, ESPNJan 3, 2025, 02:30 PM ET Close Turron Davenport covers the Tennessee Titans for ESPN. Turron is a former collegiate football player at Cheyney University and is a native of Philadelphia, and he has authored/co-authored four books. You can catch Turron on ESPN Radio on his show “Talking with TD” and you can […]

Pistons' Ivey undergoes surgery for broken fibula

Shams Charania, Senior NBA InsiderJan 2, 2025, 11:18 AM ET Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey underwent surgery for a broken fibula in his left leg, the team announced Thursday. Ivey, 22, will miss at least most of the remainder of the season, sources told ESPN. The Pistons and Ivey are currently not ruling out a […]